Actually, in a town of 73 people, this sounds like its probably a grudge arrest. The town council, probably weren’t happy with her decisions on the council, but she was elected, anyway. Small town government can be really crooked. Ours sure is. The council usually appoints the police captain, if they even have a police department. Usually a place that small is policed by the county sheriff.
Yes, familiar with small town government. Very true.